Art Bra Auction returns in February

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Dec 23, 2013 at 3:00 PM

By David FrownfelderDaily Telegram Staff Writer

Entries are being accepted for the Art Bra Auction, scheduled for 6 p.m. Feb. 13. Artists are invited to create artwork using a bra as the basis. Money raised at the event will be used to help fight breast cancer and other women’s health issues.

Four event highlights1. Bras to be displayed. The display will be on the third floor of the Bidwell Building, 102 W. Chicago Blvd. Entries will be auctioned off as part of the fundraising event.

2. Music, art and more planned. The event is $35 per person and tickets are available by calling Dr. Julie Yaroch, 424-3228.

3. Goal is new equipment. The Art Bra Auction will allow patrons to bid on various pieces with proceeds from the auction to fund the new breast imaging equipment to detect early breast cancer.

4. All types of artwork welcome. Artists are asked to bring their pieces by Feb. 3 to the Women’s Health Center, ProMedica Herrick Hospital, 500 E. Pottawatamie St.

Why you should participate“Invest in the breasts and help raise money for the fight against breast cancer and other women’s health issues, by submitting your interpretation of bra art using your favorite medium.” — Dr. Julie Yaroch, administrative director, Women’s Health Center.